TOTAL WELLNESS COACH SUPERVISOR

Company: Virginia Union University
Location: Richmond
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus, it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1,568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report, holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students, faculty, and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institution's mission. The principles are Innovation, Spiritual Formation, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Excellence.

Virginia Union University is seeking a dedicated and experienced Total Wellness Coach Supervisor to lead and oversee the wellness programs and services responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating mental health. This position also includes providing direct intervention services, ensuring a supportive campus environment for student wellness strategic planning, crisis management, and collaboration across multiple university departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing annual goals for wellness programs and services.
  • Oversee and implement mental health and wellness programs, including living-learning activities in collaboration with university departments.
  • Develop growth-group activities each semester to support student development.
  • Redevelop and manage a comprehensive crisis referral system for the university.
  • Conduct intake assessments, individual and group counseling, and provide crisis intervention services.
  • Respond to mental health emergencies and crises, including after-hours situations, as needed.
  • Maintain and update protocols for responding to mental health crises and emergencies.
  • Advise institutional leadership on trends in student mental health and wellness.
  • Serve as a liaison to faculty, staff, parents, and external stakeholders regarding student mental health needs.
  • Collaborate with other university departments to integrate wellness programs into the broader campus environment.
  • Serve on various university committees, including the Crisis Intervention Team, to support student well-being.
  • Participate in the development of strategic plans for wellness and student support services.
  • Assist in the assessment and evaluation of wellness programs to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Provide input on policies and procedures related to student mental health.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to staff in the Office of Wellness and Student Support Services.
  • Maintain effective relationships with all campus units and external partners to promote wellness initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures regarding student mental health and wellness.
    Education
    • Master's degree in Counseling, Counseling/Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field.
    • 4-6 years of experience in a college or university setting, with significant administrative, clinical, and supervisory experience.
      • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
        Application Process
        
        Candidates are required to submit their resume, four references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment.
        
        Equal Opportunity Employer
        
        Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.
        
        For more information about Virginia Union University, visit VUU About Page.

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